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Autowerks European
- BMW
- Diagnosis
- F-Type
“Paul and his team at Autowerks European are knowledgeable professionals and we're able to address issues on my F-Type SVR that the Local Dealer was not able to handle”
Best Muffler & Exhaust Shops in San Francisco, CA
24 technicians listed · 5 in San Francisco · 6 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Precision Auto Care
“I live in Concord and there are lots of options for auto care but I will continue to come to San Leandro because the peace of mind that I am not being taken advantage of and the care that is put into my vehicle.”
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Berkeley Minicar
- Oil
- Dealership
- Fluid
“Berkeley Minicar serviced my RAV4 Hybrid for a much more reasonable price than the Toyota dealer, and when they discovered that I needed a new 12 volt battery, they ordered a new one and installed it with no markup or additional labor charges that sa...”
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Art's Automotive
- Prius
- Mechanic
- Timeline
“Fantastic team - met so many people who worked on vehicle and helped set up service, as well as just asking how I was doing - thanks to Morgan, Lute, Jacob, Chris, Virgil, Brad, and the whole Art's team.”
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Autotech San Ramon
“Lauren, who always answers the phone is kind, patient (especially for those who aren't experts at cars) and is especially wonderful in providing the best service for my sister (who is disabled) and her car.”
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DNA Automotive
“I can't say that I've never had an issue since I've been coming here quite a bit but I will say this; In every instance the issue was resolved in a very friendly amicable and responsible way.”
Listed for drivers in and around San Francisco, CA, these 24 shops handle mufflers, pipes and catalytic converters. What each one says about welding, custom work and warranties comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: San Francisco, CA
Of the 24 technicians we list here, 5 are in San Francisco itself and 19 come from towns including Berkeley (6, 12 mi), San Leandro (3, 16 mi) and San Ramon (3, 28 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 4,175 reviews; 22 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (94%), quality (83%) and value (74%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "fair", "honest" and "communication". 6 are open on Saturdays. The services the technicians on this page list most often on their websites are oil change (5), brake repair (4), battery replacements (2), engine repair (2) and suspension repair (2). 4 list staff certifications (ASE) and 19 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 13 websites of the technicians on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 2 offer financing; 1 gives free estimates; 2 are family- or locally-owned and 11 list coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the technicians on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the technician before you visit.
Can I book an exhaust job online with shops listed for San Francisco?
An online booking link appears on 5 of the 24 listings here. Most exhaust work is short enough to be a same-week appointment, though a converter or a full section may wait on a part arriving.
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San Ramon Valley Import Center
- Vehicle
- Sell
- Owner
“They have been open and honest in talking about repair issues, never tried to "over sell" me on repairs, it's done right or they fix it, and they communicate often by email and phone message to keep me updated on issues.”
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Noe Valley Auto Works
- Tire
- Vacuumed
- Road Trip
“Be aware that they're usually booked out 1-2 weeks, but with a little bit of planning that's not a big deal, and it shows they have a solid customer base - because they do good work!”
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Hayes Auto Repair
- Communication
- Job
- Brand
“I was so amazed when I got a whole paint job thanks to him, my car looks brand new, beautiful and he was so nice to even give me a discount at the end as he knew I have a 7 month old baby.”
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Stevens Creek Automotive
“A coworker recommended this place after I needed some repairs done, Bering new to the area and not much of a car guy I was very apprehensive about finding a new mechanic but the owner and staff put me at ease.”
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Holland Car Care
- Team
- BMW
- Knowledge
“They have a nice little sitting area so I could work remotely while I got my oil change but also if you don't want to wait there they provide a car service to drive you to work or home.”
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George's Automotive Services
“As a heads up, like some small auto repair garages, there is little extra room to park your car, which can be a hassle, but that's also a good sign that people want to do business with them.”
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C & T Automotive Independent Toyota
- Job
- Mechanics
- Future
“We know that from regular, routine maintenance to the occasional "big job" for one of our older cars; the work will be done properly with no screw left unturned, properly adjusted, or secured.”
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Patti's Auto Care LLC
- Team
- Tires
- Light
“Car wouldn't start and Patti's team quickly assessed possible problem but instead of charging me right away, did due diligence and looked at other options — discovering I had an outstanding recall on a part from the car manufacturer.”
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Berkeley Motor Works Inc
- Diagnostic
- Job
- Team
“They did a great job re-welding the tail pipe and correctly installing a new Weber carburetor after that work had been done improperly by another shop--that I will not name.”
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Auto City Repair
- Vehicles
- Oil
- Future
“I parked in front of this shop, headed to my hotel after 18 hrs of driving (with everything I own in my car) and a gentleman, Arturo Nieto, came outside and offered to let me park in the business space so that my belongings would be safe.”
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GIC Car Clinic
- Inspection
- Technicians
- Smog
“They were also happy to keep my car at the shop an extra day or two while I waited for my comprehensive insurance for the new catalytic converter to take effect, as well as finding a different style of cat shield that seems like it should work better...”
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Gilman Auto
- Honest
- Confidence
- Oil
“Sam is very sensible and knows european cars very well.”
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Precision People's Car Repair
- Mechanic
- Sprinter van
- Valve
“I rarely (if ever) write reviews, but Precision People's turns what would otherwise be a tedious, annoying errand (taking my car in for service) into an absolute stress-free experience.”
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German Auto Sport
- Inspection
- GAS
- Report
“Though spending money on car repairs is never fun, Justin and the team at German Auto Sport had great communication and provided a thorough breakdown of what the car needed and why.”
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S & K Auto Repair
“When I called to get a quote for a pre-purchase inspection, he first spent a significant amount of his time giving me advice on items I can check myself even prior to bringing the car in to him for an official inspection.”
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S Car Go Racing Inc
- Cost
“I had five "experts" try to deal with a simple, bluetooth audio upgrade on my 2005 targa -- including Porsche of Marin -- and no one could solve a mysterious alarm system anomaly that caused diagnostic interference.”
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Bob's Auto Services
- Oil
- Brakes
- Battery
“Fair prices, in & out the same day, convenient location in the city (close to restaurants and other businesses where you can wait or go to work in the Fi Di) and clear communication on text and calls.”
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K & C Auto Service
- Communication
- Diagnosed
- Fair
“They went the extra mile to accommodate me on short notice when they didn't have to, gave me a quote for diagnostics before I could even ask, and even sent me photos and videos of what they were finding In real time.”
Muffler and Catalytic Converter Services in San Francisco, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$113
Maximum cost
$1744
National Average
$175
Avg Per Hour Rates
$94
$137
$299
Average price range is based on 508 cost profiles
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